U.S. President Donald Trump has said that a peace agreement between the United States and Iran is scheduled to be signed on Sunday, raising hopes of an end to months of conflict and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump stated that the agreement would prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen immediately after the deal is signed. He also said the accord would lead to improved relations between Washington and Tehran.
However, Iranian officials cast doubt on Trump's timeline. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said the agreement would not be signed the next day, although he did not rule out the possibility of a deal being reached in the coming days.
Reports indicate that Pakistan has been acting as a mediator and is preparing for an electronic signing process if both sides finalize the remaining issues.
Despite optimism from Washington, several key issues reportedly remain unresolved, including the future of Iran's nuclear program, its stockpile of enriched uranium, sanctions relief, and broader regional security concerns.
Analysts caution that while negotiations appear to be at an advanced stage, previous announcements of imminent agreements have failed to produce a final deal. As a result, observers are waiting for official confirmation from all parties before declaring a breakthrough.
If concluded, the agreement could have significant implications for regional stability, global energy markets, and international efforts to limit nuclear proliferation in the Middle East.